Diabetes Education
Mission Statement:
The mission of Palmetto Primary Care Physicians’ Diabetes Self-Management Education Program is to help our patients develop and apply knowledge, skills and behaviors to manage diabetes so they can lead happy and healthy lives.
The Diabetes Self-Management Education Program offered through Palmetto Primary Care Physicians is accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE). We offer a variety of resources and educational opportunities for the patient with diabetes. Our group Diabetes Self-Management Education class is offered several times a month. Prior to class, patients will complete an assessment with a member of our team over the phone. During the assessment, a group class will be scheduled. The group class covers a variety of topics including AADE’s 7 self-care behaviors:
- Healthy Eating
- Being Active
- Monitoring Blood Glucose
- Taking Medication
- Problem Solving
- Reducing Risks
- Healthy Coping
Additional Information:
www.diabetes.org
www.dlife.com
www.diaboogle.com
www.cdc.gov/diabetes
www.yourdiabetesinfo.org
